For centuries, Clan Carruthers stood as a bold and loyal Border name—riders of the Marches, fierce in defense, and proud of an ancient line. Their saga is one of honor, hardship, and enduring legacy, carved into the green hills and winding valleys of Annandale. From Middlebie’s farmlands to the stone towers of Mouswald and Holmains, this booklet invites you into a story where spirit never faded, even when the chief’s seat lay empty for four long centuries.
Inside you’ll discover —
Lords of Mouswald & Holmains: early service under King David I, the rise of Carruthers lairds, and the pledge Promptus et Fidelis—“Ready and Faithful.”
Reivers & Rivals: daring forays along the Debatable Lands, hard-fought feuds with Kirkpatricks and Irvings, and the perilous duty of guarding Scotland’s frontier.
Fall & Long Silence: the 16th-century loss of chiefship, scattered kindreds, and the quiet endurance that kept Carruthers bloodlines alive in shadow.
Revival & Recognition: modern restoration of a chief, revived tartan and crest, and worldwide gatherings that welcome Carruthers descendants back into the light.
Towers & Heartlands: explore ruined peel-houses, Annandale kirks, and the rolling countryside that still echoes with hoofbeats and clan pride.
Whether you bear the name, seek Border ancestry, or relish tales of justice, pride, and resilience, this insightfully researched, vividly told booklet opens the realm of Clan Carruthers—steadfast, spirited, and forever ready and faithful.
